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Articlesby Mike AntichMay 8, 2017

Cost-Reduction Strategies that Go Beyond the Asset

Fleet cost-reduction programs typically focus on the asset; however, there’s a limit to how much a fleet manager can modify truck specs without impacting the fleet mission. True cost savings are to be found in areas beyond the asset.

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NewsApril 25, 2017

Ford, Nissan Top Vincentric's Fleet Value List

Ford and Nissan vehicles appeared most prominently among the vehicles chosen as having the best fleet value by Vincentric for the 2017 model year, the firm that analyzes total cost of ownership announced.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsFebruary 13, 2017

Controlling Creeping Fleet Costs

Running a successful fleet means keeping an eye on both your front office costs, as well as what’s happening in your shop and in the yard.

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Articlesby Mike AntichNovember 27, 2015

Class 3-6 Truck Forecast: Operating Costs Stable in 2015

Although the largest operating cost continues to be fuel, the No. 1 challenge facing medium-duty truck fleets is cost containment. There is always pressure to reduce costs, but management is exerting even more pressure than in recent years.

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NewsJanuary 30, 2015

Report Compares Half-Ton Pickup Costs, Uses in Utility Fleets

A report from Utilimarc looking at more than 5,500 half-ton pickups from the company’s utility clients, compares operating costs, average miles driven, acquisition costs and repairs of 4x2 versus 4x4 half-ton pickups.

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Articlesby StaffJanuary 6, 2015

Top Best Practices in Truck Maintenance

Maintenance continues to be among the most expensive aspects of running a Class 3-7 truck fleet. But, there are ways to control these costs and remain efficient.

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ArticlesJuly 25, 2014

Managing Metrics to Cut Fleet Costs

Proper fleet management can help a small business save money on fuel, maintenance and other fleet-related costs. Here are some cost-saving tips for small fleet operators to consider.

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ArticlesDecember 6, 2013

Case Study: Water District Reduces Operating Costs with Telematics

Forced to establish mandatory water usage restrictions, Eastern Municipal Water District needed to reduce operating and labor costs to make up for shrinking revenues from lower customer consumption.

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NewsMarch 4, 2013

AfMA Releases Results of its Australian Fleet Intentions, Influence, and Satisfaction Survey

The Australasian Fleet Management Association (AfMA) has released the results of its Fleet Intentions, Influence, and Satisfaction Survey for 2012.

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NewsSeptember 14, 2012

ATRI: Trucking Operational Costs Continue to Rise

ARLINGTON, VA – The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has released the findings of its 2012 update to "An Analysis of the Operational Costs of Trucking."

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